full-body movements

noun phrase

UK /fʊl ˈbɒdi ˈmuːvmənts/

US /fʊl ˈbɑːdi ˈmuːvmənts/

Movements that use your whole body at once.

Jumping jacks are fun full-body movements.

SYNONYMS

whole-body exercises total-body moves compound movements multi-joint exercises

RELATED WORDS

exercise workout stretching fitness gymnastics

OTHER MEANINGS

2. Exercises that work many muscle groups together.

Squats and push-ups are full-body movements.

3. Dance or sports actions involving the entire body.

The coach taught us full-body movements for the warm-up.

4. Physical actions in which arms, legs, and torso all move.

Swimming is a full-body movement that builds strength.